Self Esteem Therapists in Seattle, WA
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Lauren Alfieri
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Life can be painful and we may feel stuck sometimes. Maybe you are finding yourself or your relationships feeling disconnected, unfulfilled, or hopeless. My goal is to build an authentic and trustworthy therapeutic relationship where you can work through your life experiences, past or present, in order to live life more freely. I offer individual or couples therapy and have particular experience focusing on issues of identity development and self-esteem, relationships, trauma, depression, anxiety, and sexuality.
Ellie Valda
Counselor, LMHCA, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! As a counselor I am committed to creating a safe space for healing and growth where clients can share their stories. I work with adults (18 and up) who have difficulties related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma/PTSD, and identity. Additionally, I specialize in navigating multicultural issues. I am also passionate about women's issues, particularly women's health and the impact it can have on wellness. I am a board certified Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Laura Wagner
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I provide compassionate, non-judgemental counseling for adolescents and adults. I support individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, fertility issues and complicated pregnancies/births. I help clients make positive, healthy changes in their lives. The theories I use are Cognitive Behavioral and Mindfulness Therapy. Sessions often incorporate mindfulness tools such as meditation and relaxation techniques. I also offer support groups for adolescent girls from time to time.
Karin Yeung Matthews
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified
19 Endorsed
Verified
19 Endorsed
You are a high performer who is stuck & looking for outside help. You want to have a secure & loving relationship. You want to heal from past hurts, connect with your inner compass & shift towards healthier ways of living. In couples counseling, my husband & I work as a team to help couples grow together. As former high tech & legal professionals, we understand how work demands can impact your quality of life. As parents, we get how children are both a joy & a stressor in relationships. As an intercultural couple, we recognize the challenges in bridging different world views.
Adrianne Altman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page. I became a licensed Clinical Psychologist in 2007 and have experience and interest in working with individuals, both male and female, of various ages. I specialize in adolescents and adults who are struggling with eating disorders or other eating issues, negative body image, and low self-esteem. Often, people I see are also dealing with depression, anxiety, perfectionism, past trauma, loss, adjustment, stress, and life changes.
Sherry Thomas
MA, LMHC, SUDP
Verified
Verified
I specialize in treatment of trauma, anxiety and
self esteem
.
My therapy practice is humanistic, client centered & mind/body/spirit oriented. Above all, I believe the answers are within you. I will never invalidate your experience, or feelings; I will never tell you to move on, get over, or let go of something that is weighing on you. I want to explore, uncover and help you process what is stuck and holding you back. When past experiences are treated with honor and loving kindness, instead of shame, blame, or are minimized, they have opportunity to heal. Your innate resilience has opportunity to kick in & you can achieve your goals. I strive to create a warm, safe & nurturing space
Lily Main Ewing
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in self-esteem, anxiety, codependency, women's issues, life coaching, relationship issues, marriage counseling, stress, divorce, and infidelity. I work with individuals and couples who are feeling stuck in rhythms or patterns that aren't working and don't feel good anymore. If you're looking for something to change, but have run out of things to try on your own, I can help you find the right next step. Together, we'll build your confidence and skills to live the life you want to live.
Tessa Raebeck
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Having a hard time? It's been a difficult few years, and finding joy and fulfillment in our daily lives can seem equally hard. Hard, but not impossible. Therapy can help you build the skills to navigate life’s challenges with gratitude and authenticity. Is it a magic wand? Of course not, it takes work and a commitment to yourself. But a dedicated time to focus on addressing your fears, learning coping skills, and building your self-esteem and relationship skills, can be life-changing and empowering. I see clients do it all the time, and I'd be honored to help you get there.
Not accepting new clients
Jack Rushall
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
A graduate from Seattle University's social justice-based clinical mental health master's program, I specialize in working with queer people struggling with self-esteem, coming out, minority stress, internalized homophobia, and addictions. Do you feel like an apparent superficiality within the queer community is bringing you down? Do you spend too much time on apps looking for validation, but end up feeling worse? Are you able to talk to your family about your partner? In our first session, I might ask, “Who are you?” I want to work with you to help you become someone you trust.
Not accepting new clients
Chaparrelle Mogavero-Cline
MA, MEd, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
The biggest takeaway from working together will be that you feel supported, seen and excited to grow. Your sessions will be a joyful experience and a safe space where we collaborate to determine and achieve your goals. I want to help you find your unique path to happiness and a life full of color. Sessions are supportive while also challenging you to truly create change and at times be open to getting uncomfortable so you can grow and live the life you want.
Sam Nabil
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
My clients are managing relationship difficulties, seeking couples counseling, overcoming sexual trauma, working through anxiety & stress, gaining
self esteem
,getting out of a rut, or engaging in personal growth .
My goal is to help you discover your own strength and resilience and to create the life you want for yourself. I think of my role as your travel partner on your journey to knowing yourself and your motivations better than you ever have before. I draw on 20+ years of experience in human behavior, human performance, and organizational behavior from my careers in counseling, business, marketing and sports.I bring to my counseling a diverse multicultural experience having lived/studied/worked in half a dozen countries around the world. I also created my trade marked counseling approach Positive Existential Therapy.
Chris Lemig
CHT
Verified
Verified
Are you tired of being told, or even just feeling, that you're somehow broken or flawed? Sure, you've been suffering from crippling self-doubt, constant worrying, deep feelings of shame, hurtful self-talk, chronic people-pleasing, and general unfulfillment. But these are just the symptoms of a disconnection with the essence of who you are: your True Self.
Pen Mims
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe in the transformative power of expressing who you are and how you truly feel. My intention is to create a warm, relaxed, judgment-free space that gives you the freedom to just be yourself and feel your feelings. My style as a therapist is open-minded, collaborative, and flexible. I prioritize getting to know you and what’s important to you in order to build a secure foundation for our work together. Within the safety of the therapeutic relationship we will work together to make sense of your experiences and build confidence to move forward in your life the way you want to.
Tamara Lynn Anderson
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
While working with clients of all ages, my area of expertise has historically focused on children and parents. Currently, my practice focuses exclusively on supporting adults age eighteen and older. Issues may include depression, anxiety, grief and loss,
self esteem
, identity development, parent support, spiritual questions, or significant life transitions, among others. I work with clients towards greater wholeness, self acceptance, relational satisfaction and overall wellness in their lives.
Agnes Chmielewska
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you concerned about your child? Does your child struggle with: anxiety, feeling sad, behavioral outbursts, difficulties falling asleep or staying asleep, problems at school, low grades? Is the stress affecting your family? I am here for you! I work with children, teens and families to find solutions that can help the whole family live a healthy life and deal with the challenges that we deal with daily. I believe in healing through playing, being creative and talk therapy. I advocate for children and teens who need that extra support in school.
Not accepting new clients
Sarah Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
My goal is to create a safe space where you can share openly about your story: your fears, worries, sadness, loss, and trauma as well as your joys, achievements, strengths, resourcefulness, and wisdom. You deserve to feel seen and heard without judgement. You have the capacity to change. Together, we will explore your story, using methods and skills appropriate to your personalized goals. I specialize in working with adult individuals experiencing anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, stress/burnout, secondary trauma, and life transitions (especially those in "Quarterlife").
Erin Sathyamoorthy
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you feel stuck, not good enough, unable to escape the past or have healthy relationships--know that things can be better and that you have options. My role as a therapist is to guide you through exploring what beliefs and past events have led to you feeling this way, assisting you in safely processing through and releasing these lingering emotions, and teaching alternative and compassionate ways to cope with stress and triggers, so that you can be more satisfied with your life.
Not accepting new clients
Laura White
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
From self-esteem, to relationship issues, to grief and loss, working with women of all ages is my passion. I also work with pre-marital couples and couples that are working through transitions or difficult stages in life. We all have seasons of life in which we could use a little bit of help and insight, and I would love to work with you in your journey towards deeper understanding and connection.
SXY Radiance PLLC, Angelica Gutierrez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, MS, LMSW, CYT, CSC
Verified
Verified
I support individuals in addressing and overcoming sexual blocks, relationship issues, life transitions, sexuality and identity issues; self-esteem & confidence; remove creative blocks; resolving interpersonal conflicts; grief & loss from relationships; increase pleasure in your life; become more embodied & mindful. - I am solution-focused and specialize in coaching individuals in making positive lifestyle changes that will sustain you and enrich your life! You deserve to live and love shame free and in joy. Until we meet, have a listen to the SXY Radiance Podcast on Spotify, Apple and our site (see site link). SXY Radiant wishes!
Seattle, WA 98122
& Online
Not accepting new clients
Cyn Clarfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in working with gender identity development (transgender, non-binary individuals), gender dysphoria, and sexual orientation. I primarily work with children, adolescents, and young adults. Treatment focus includes anxiety management, gender dysphoria, improving self-esteem, connection to community, relationship skills, and readiness to transition (if desired). Whether you're exploring new feelings of gender variance or have been identifying as trans* for years, there are times when falling outside the traditional gender binary can bring up feelings of anxiety, stress, or confusion. Working with a therapist trained in LGBTQIA issues and gender non-conformity can help.
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Self Esteem Therapists
When should a person seek therapy for low self-esteem?
When self-esteem problems begin to disrupt the healthy daily functioning of an individual, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not engaging with friends for fear of being judged, not completing work assignments because they don’t think they’re capable, or not finding romantic love because they don’t feel they’re worthy of it, a therapist may be able to help.
What are the signs of low self-esteem?
Low self-esteem is a common issue that can affect a person's mental and emotional well-being. Some common signs of low self-esteem include negative self-talk, perfectionism, social anxiety, difficulty making decisions, an inability to set boundaries, people-pleasing, and others. A lack of belief in oneself or one’s abilities and a feeling of not being worthy or deserving underlie most of these characteristics.
What causes low self-esteem?
Feelings of low self-worth can begin in childhood or adulthood. Being raised by a highly critical parent or growing up feeling constant disapproval can stay with a person well into adulthood. Specific issues in adulthood may also be a cause of low self-esteem. An unhappy relationship, a dysfunctional work or school experience can impact a person’s feelings of self-worth.
How can therapy improve self-esteem?
Therapists can help identify negative thought patterns that keep the client stuck in a loop of destructive self-talk and develop coping skills to change the voice in their head. A therapist can help with goal-setting, so that clients are better able to stay on task and build confidence from successfully completing work they’re proud of. Coaching a client on how to better communicate can improve relationships. These skills can result in someone with low self-esteem feeling empowered and living with less fear.